William “Chip” L. Soucy III, 55, of Ellsworth Street, died suddenly on Monday, March 17, 2014, in his home. He is survived by his father and mother, William L. Soucy Jr. and Barbara Soucy of Webster; a step-brother, Gary St. Denis; two step-sisters, Wendy Davis and Pamela Durkin; and many aunts, uncles, cousins, step nephews and nieces, and friends. He was predeceased by his brother, Scot M. Soucy, who died in 1980; and his step-sister, Sharon Ferguson, who died in 1999. He was born in Millbury, and lived most of his life in Worcester. He attended Northbridge High School and Bay Path Technical High School.

     Mr. Soucy was a self-employed carpenter for 35 years, retiring several years ago. He was a former member of the Sons of the American Legion – Cherry Valley Post. He enjoyed gardening, being outdoors, and especially loved fishing. He had a memorable grin familiar to all who knew him.

     A funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, March 26, 2014, at Paradis-Givner Funeral Home, 357 Main St., Oxford. Burial will follow at Worcester County Memorial Park in Paxton. There are no calling hours. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society , 30 Speen St., Framingham, MA 01701.